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Tatte Bakery & Cafe - South Boston is a distinguished establishment known for its modern-manufacturing facility specializing in high-quality baked goods. As a well-recognized part of the Tatte Bakery & Cafe brand, the South Boston location exemplifies dedication to craftsmanship, innovation, and excellence in bakery production. The company emphasizes maintaining uncompromising quality standards and adhering strictly to safety protocols, ensuring that customers receive premium bakery products that meet the highest expectations. The bakery operates with cutting-edge equipment and maintains a clean, safe environment to support efficient production and employee well-being. Tatte Bakery & Cafe is committed to fostering a positive workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported, and motivated to contribute to the brand's success. This establishment is an E-Verify employer, highlighting its compliance with employment verification regulations and dedication to fair hiring practices. The role of the Pastry Chef at Tatte Bakery & Cafe - South Boston is a critical position responsible for overseeing all first shift baking and production activities within the facility. This full-time position offers competitive pay ranging from $72,000 to $88,000 annually, depending on experience. The Pastry Chef leads the first shift bakery team by ensuring all products meet the stringent Tatte specifications for quality and consistency. This demanding role requires managing a high-volume production environment where the Pastry Chef directs the team to execute baking, finishing, picking, and packaging tasks efficiently and safely. The Pastry Chef is also charged with maintaining all safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including participation in food inspections and coordination with transportation safety guidelines. In addition to overseeing production, the Pastry Chef plays an instrumental leadership role by managing all first shift staff, including responsibilities for staffing levels, onboarding, employee development, and enforcing accountability protocols. The position demands effective communication and collaboration with bakery and cafe managers, as well as active involvement in management meetings to relay operational updates and product information. By promoting and modeling the Tatte culture, the Pastry Chef ensures team members are aligned with the company’s values and operational goals. Furthermore, the role requires proficiency in production and operational planning, including labor expense management and waste reduction strategies, often in partnership with the General Manager and bakery leadership team. The work environment is physically demanding, requiring the ability to stand for long shifts averaging 10 hours across a standard 50-hour workweek, lift up to 50 pounds, and adapt to a fast-paced and high-volume bakery setting. The Pastry Chef must be available to work morning shifts including weekends and holidays as needed. Essential skills include the ability to operate bakery manufacturing equipment such as deck ovens, proofers, rack ovens, and fryers. The position also values empathetic and kind leadership to nurture a motivated and high-performing team culture. Additional preferred skills include fluency in Spanish and English, familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices, and experience in building and mentoring teams. This opportunity offers a dynamic career path with exciting potential for growth within the Tatte brand, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive working atmosphere.

• Pastry Chef - 3+ years managerial experience in a high-volume baking or other food production facility
• Ability or a willingness to learn to operate bakery manufacturing equipment such as deck ovens, proofers, rack ovens, fryers
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, high-volume production bakery
• Ability to direct and manage a team of bakers through kind and empathetic leadership